Dental Assistant - We Will Train You!
North Olympic Healthcare Network · Port Angeles, Washington, US
Job Location: Expanded Services Building - PORT ANGELES, WA 98362Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $19. 00 - $24.
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location: Expanded Services Building - PORT ANGELES, WA 98362Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $19.00 - $24.50 HourlyJob Title: Dental Assistant Department: Dental: Reports To: Dental Assistant Supervisor: Summary: The dental assistant position assists the dental provider by preparing the patient for their dental treatment. The dental assist provides a patient-centered, welcoming environment for the patient and assists the dental provider as needed during the dental visit. The dental assistant provides overall flow management of daily patient visits. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepares the patient for dental visit Prepares treatment area for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols Provides instrumentation to treatment area; positioning instruments, suctioning, passing instruments, etc. Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) Taking patients medical history and vitals when needed Preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions Taking impressions of patients’ teeth when needed Assists in maintaining dental supply inventory in the depart...